Director of IT, AI Strategy & Cybersecurity

Oil--dri-Corporation-of-Americ; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid parental leave

PTO and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Gym/Fitness reimbursement

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America seeks a Director of Information Technology to lead the IT department, govern AI strategy, and strengthen cybersecurity across IT and OT networks. The role requires strategic thinking, strong leadership, and the ability to partner with business units to enable AI-enabled, responsible technology solutions.

The position is a hybrid role based in Chicago, with Monday–Wednesday onsite work as part of the schedule, and regular in-person collaboration to drive IT

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related field required.
• Minimum 8 years in IT operations, supervising technology infrastructure teams, and overseeing IT projects.
• Experience integrating acquired businesses in a high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT department and AI strategy governance.
• Lead IT infrastructure projects from initiation to completion.
• Ensure enterprise cybersecurity and risk management.
• Develop and manage IT budget and vendor contracts.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and report to Board.

Skills

Strategic leadership

AI governance

Cybersecurity

IT project management

OT/IT networks

ITGCs

Team development

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft 365

Oracle JDEdwards

SCADA

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation of America seeks a Director of Information Technology to lead the IT department, govern AI strategy, and strengthen cybersecurity across IT and OT networks. The role requires strategic thinking, strong leadership, and the ability to partner with business units to enable AI-enabled, responsible technology solutions.

The position is a hybrid role based in Chicago, with Monday–Wednesday onsite work as part of the schedule, and regular in-person collaboration to drive IT